Ageing middleweight boxing champion who suffers severe brain damage and dementia after a brutal title fight. He struggles with violent outbursts and cognitive decline, attempts suicide, but eventually recovers with the help of friends, reconciles with his family, and returns to the gym as a trainer.
Deep personal bond that motivates Jackie to step in.
Longstanding friendship rekindled during Matty's crisis.
Initial antagonistic rivalry established through media hostility.
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